Section D
Professional Development
Professional Development is defined as those activities of a faculty member in his or her formally recognized area of expertise which contribute to the
(a) development of new knowledge or skill,
(b) dissemination of knowledge in the professional community and
(c) the development of personal professional skills and standing.
Activities may include, but are not limited to the following:
Formal Education:
Achievement of an advanced degree or certification
Graduate courses in field of study or related coursework
Scholarship:
Scholarly publications
Development of software
Course development
Creative publications
Conference Participation:
Presentation at a national professional conference
Presentation at a regional/state conference
Attendance at a national professional conference
Attendance at a regional/state conference
Participation in workshops, summer institutes, short courses
Participation in workshops sponsored by TLC
Memberships:
Active participation in a professional organization
Membership in a professional organization